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Healthy Veg Biryani

A simple, healthy Indian vegetarian biryani made with basmati rice and mixed vegetables — flavourful, nutritious and beginner-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups basmati rice soaked 20 min
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrot, beans, peas, cauliflower chopped
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp oil or light ghee
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder or to taste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 4 cups water for cooking rice and vegetables

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid

Method
 

  1. Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak in water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat oil (or light ghee) in a large pot on medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn light golden.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw aroma disappears.
  4. Add mixed chopped vegetables, turmeric, red chilli powder, garam masala and salt. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add water to the vegetables, bring to a boil. Then add the drained rice. Stir gently, cover the pot with a lid and simmer on low heat until rice is cooked and water is absorbed (about 15–18 minutes).
  6. After cooking, gently fluff the rice with a fork. Cover again and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a healthier version, use brown basmati rice and limit oil to 1 tbsp. Add more vegetables for fiber and nutrients.